Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)
Hey, FOOD FAQ-ers! š³š Ready to elevate your cooking game and create magic in your kitchen? ššļø The FOOD FAQ podcast isnāt just any old cooking show- itās your ultimate guide to food, cooking, and learning how to cook. No matter where you are on your culinary rockstar journey. š«š“ Join us, Mariela and Eric, as we demystify the secrets of delicious, guest-worthy, and budget-friendly meals, right in the comfort of your own home! šš Say goodbye to random TikTok recipes and hello to real cooking skills, and proven recipes that work every time! ššØāš³š©āš³ Weāre helping you to sharpen your kitchen intuition, forget about perfection, and explore the endless possibilities of food- in your own unique way! šš³ Weāll sautĆ© your mind and unlock your kitchen confidence together! š³š„ Listen now and become the cooking guru you were destined to be! š§š½ļø Grab your kitchen notebooks, because accessible and doable food adventures await! šš” Letās unlock your kitchen confidence! Mariela & Eric Letās Connect! šØEmail: FoodFAQPod@gmail.com š«¶Insta: @foodfaqpodcast šStocking up your kitchen can be easy when weāre there holding your hand. CLICK HERE to get our FREE āBuild Your Kitchenā pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home ā¤ļøLeave us a voice message with ALL your questions! Mariela & Eric Food FAQ - Audio Messages | PodInbox šŗ You can catch us on YouTube! Food FAQ Podcast - YouTube
Episodes

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Here's a chat about stuff we're really into right now that are fun and affordable ways to play in the kitchen.
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š Mariela & Eric Approved āBuild Your Kitchenā pdf checklist: Free and useful- no brainer: I want in
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Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Let's be real, who's got time for kneading? We're making no knead bread, and it's about to blow your mind.
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This week, we're diving into the glorious world of easy bread recipe perfection.
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Forget the fancy techniques. We're showing you how to bake a crusty, flavorful loaf with minimal effort. Plus, we're jazzing things up with a no-knead cheese bread option.
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EP 143 | transcripts | Homemade Bread Recipe š„ Simple No Knead Method (AND itās cheesy!)

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Egg prices depleting your savings? Nah, we're flipping the script with a new (and cheaper) take on classic chocolate chip cookies! šŖ
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This week, we're proving that no-egg cookies can be just as decadent and delicious as their eggy counterparts.š£
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We're whipping up a killer chocolate chip cookie recipe without eggs and throwing in a banana twist! Think: fudgy, chewy, and totally allergen-friendly chocolate chip banana cookies. š
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Recipe referenced in this episode:
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Salted Banana Cookies - Justine Doiron
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EP 142 | Transcripts | Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies - Google Docs

Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Want a snack that's both healthy and addictive?Ā
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This week, we're taking your frozen grapes to the next level with a simple ingredient: citric acid.Ā
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(If youāre wondering wtf citric acid is or what itās used for, donāt worry we got you!)
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We'll show you how to transform ordinary frozen grapes into a sour, candy-like treat that's perfect for any time (but especially when your A1C starts creeping up!)
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Get ready for a flavor explosion thatās easy and a little bit different!
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EP 141 | Transcripts | Frozen sour grapes š„¶ The citric acid secret you didnāt know you needed!

Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Looking into spending less and becoming more self-reliant?Ā
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Letās embrace the thrill of the culinary unknown and make our own sh!t.
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This week, we're tackling the art of making homemade cream cheese.Ā
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We'll guide you through the simple process of transforming everyday ingredients into a creamy, decadent treat. Not only is this a fun and rewarding project, but it's also a fantastic way to save money while enjoying delicious, homemade goodness.
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So, grab your blender and let's get started!
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EP 140 | Transcripts | Homemade cream cheese cecipe š«° Your guide on how to make cream cheese a SNAP!

Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Ever heard the phrase āFaith the size of a mustard seed"?Ā
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We need a whole lotta seeds these days, and today, we're proving that even the smallest ingredients can yield extraordinary results!
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We're making homemade mustard from scratch!
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This week, we're helping you unleash your inner chef as we guide you through how to make mustard thatās both bold AND incredibly easy.
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Get ready to impress yourself (and maybe some friends, too) with your culinary creations.
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So, grab those seeds and let's get cooking!
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EP 139 | Transcripts | How to make mustard at home because everything is expensive. š” (Homemade condiment recipes series: mustard recipe)

Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Why would I make my own ketchup?
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Because Ish is getting weird out there. (between the birds and their flu and who knows what's nextā¦)
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So, itās best to become as self-reliant as possible.
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Thats why this week, we're ditching the plastic squeeze bottle and making homemade ketchup with stuff you probably already have at home!
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This isn't your average condiment. We're talking about a flavor explosion with unique-to- you spice blends and a touch of sweetness.Ā
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Get ready to impress your friends and family with this ketchup recipe- it's waayyy easier than you think, and the flavor will blow you away.
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So, grab your canned tomatoes and let's get cooking!
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EP 138 | Transcripts | Ever wanna learn how to make ketchup at home? š Hereās a step-by-step guide just for you! (Homemade condiment recipes series)

Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Store Bought might be easy, but itās not always great.Ā
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And, that's why today, we're mastering the art of homemade naan bread recipe.
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This fluffy, chewy bread is easier to make than you think, and weāre guiding you through every step, from mixing the dough to achieving that perfect charred exterior.Ā
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Get ready to impress your friends and family with restaurant-quality homemade bread recipe right in your own kitchen.
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So, grab your flour & yeast and get baking!
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Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
This holiday season, letās embrace our inner trad wife and give in to the magic of homemade soft gingerbread cookies.
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On the final installment to our ā12 Days of CookieMASā series, we're diving deep into the spicy world of these traditional festive treats.Ā
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Weāre not gonna make you cut cute shapes out of this gingerbread- no way! Instead, weāre delivering the goods with a super simple and easy to follow recipe thatāll hit all the high notes without the headache.
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Get ready to unleash your inner baker and create a batch of gingerbread cookies that are sure to impress.
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Recipe referenced in this episode:
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Gingerbread Kiss Cookies - Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons
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EP 136 | Transcripts | Soft gingerbread cookie recipe š„° Simple, a lilā spicy, & irresistible (Cookiemas Day 12: Christmas cookie ideas for all! šÆļøš)

Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Sunday Dec 22, 2024
You ready to zhuzh up a boring boxed cookie mix?
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Today, weāre doing just that as we transform ordinary cookie mix into extraordinary coffee cookies.Ā
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We'll show you how to doctor up that store-bought mix with rich coffee flavor and a touch of magic.Ā
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Get ready to impress your friends and family with these elevated cookies.
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So, grab your mixing bowls and let's get baking!
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EP 135 | Transcripts | Coffee cookie recipe šŖāš© Boxed cookie mix MAGIC! (Cookiemas Day 11: Christmas cookie ideas for all! šÆļøš)